Speaking on the film opening, Nandu Ahuja, Sr. VP, India Theatrical, Eros International Media Limited said, “Salman Khan fans have given a huge thumbs up to 'Jai Ho'.”

The film, which is is packed with Salman Khan over-the-top style action sequences along with the emotion-packed human interest angles, 'Jai Ho' touched the right chord with fans.

“This is an outstanding opening and his highest where we didn’t have the added advantage of a long weekend,” says Ahuja.

Pranab Kapadia, President, Marketing & Distribution, Eros International plc added, “With January usually being a slow start in the overseas markets, the overseas weekend for 'Jai Ho' was excellent. This also being a non holiday period reflects very well on the film’s opening. It is trending at a similar or better level compared to recent Salman Khan blockbusters”.

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